Child Support Lawyer Toronto – Protecting Your Child’s Financial Future

When parents separate or divorce, child support becomes one of the most important and often sensitive issues to resolve. Our experienced child support lawyers in Toronto help you understand your rights, obligations, and ensure that your child receives the financial support they need to thrive.

We serve clients across Toronto, North York, Scarborough, and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with professionalism, compassion, and results-focused representation.

What is Child Support?

Child support is a legal obligation for one parent (usually the non-custodial parent) to contribute financially to the care and upbringing of their child. It helps cover essential costs like:

• Food and clothing
• Shelter and utilities
• Medical expenses
• Education and childcare
• Extracurricular activities

Under Ontario law, child support is the right of the child, and parents cannot waive it.

How is Child Support Calculated in Ontario?

In most cases, child support is calculated using the Federal Child Support Guidelines, which consider:

• The paying parent’s gross annual income
• The number of children
• The parenting time arrangement (sole, shared, or split custody)

Extraordinary or special expenses (Section 7 expenses), like daycare, post-secondary education, or medical costs not covered by insurance, may be shared in addition to the base amount.

When Do You Need a Child Support Lawyer in Toronto?

You should consult a child support lawyer in Toronto if:

• You’re unsure how much you or your ex should be paying or receiving
• Your ex is not paying support
• You believe your child support amount should be adjusted
• You want to include or dispute special expenses
• There are disputes over income disclosure or self-employment income
• You’re dealing with cross-border or international support issues

Modifying or Enforcing Child Support Orders

Life changes—such as job loss, salary increases, or a change in parenting arrangements—may require a child support modification. If your former partner isn’t complying with a support order, we can help you enforce payments through court or Ontario’s Family Responsibility Office (FRO).